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18 Dec 1972

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Prime Minister of Singapore

Singapore

Hegseth draws parallels between Trump and Singapore’s Lee Kuan Yew

Both men showed a ‘willingness to work with others, while respecting mutual self-interest,’ the US defence secretary said.

28 minutes ago

US-China relations

At Shangri-La Dialogue, Pete Hegseth says China aims to alter Asia’s status quo

3 hours ago

Singapore

Double standards in war condemnation would ‘kill our own credibility’: Macron

30 May 2025 - 11:51PMvideocam

Singapore

US defence chief Hegseth meets Singapore PM Wong, reaffirms strong defence ties

Hegseth also met Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue to discuss US-Singapore security cooperation.

30 May 2025 - 5:32PMvideocam

US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth meeting with Prime Minister Lawrence Wong at the Istana on Friday on the sidelines of the 22nd Shangri-La Dialogue. Photo: MDDI

Singapore

Macron and PM Wong savour hawker centre food in Singapore

The two leaders also engaged with crowds during their visit to Lau Pau Sat.

30 May 2025 - 12:42PMvideocam

Asean

Can Asean overcome Trump’s tariffs and become fourth-largest economy by 2045?

As Asean aims to be the fourth-largest economy by 2045, it must tackle internal trade barriers, US tariffs and improve regional integration.

29 May 2025 - 12:36PMvideocam

Singapore

‘Friendly neighbour’: China premier congratulates Singapore’s Wong on win

Singapore and China are marking 35 years of bilateral diplomatic ties this year.

24 May 2025 - 2:15PM

Chinese Premier Li Qiang at last year’s Asean-China Summit in Laos. Photo: Reuters

Singapore

Singapore’s new Muslim affairs minister condemns ‘divisive rhetoric’ on Gaza issue

Faishal Ibrahim takes a tougher position than his predecessor in defending former president Halimah Yacob against the Critical Spectator.

24 May 2025 - 2:28PMvideocam

Singapore

Singapore’s new cabinet: PM Wong vows to steer country through new world order

Speaking at the Istana, Wong pledges to review and update Singapore’s economic strategies to meet the challenges of the new global landscape.

23 May 2025 - 9:52PM

Singapore

Singapore cabinet changes show PM Lawrence Wong’s consultative approach

Analysts cite moves including Masagos Zulkifli handing over his minister-in-charge of Muslim affairs role and the omission of Ng Chee Meng.

22 May 2025 - 2:43PM

Singapore

Singapore warns of technical recession risk from US tariff tensions

The warning came despite the city state’s economy posting a better-than-expected growth in the first quarter.

22 May 2025 - 11:29AMvideocam

Singapore

Singapore PM’s new cabinet seen as ‘safe’ choices with room for more changes

When asked about Ng Chee Meng, PM Lawrence Wong says the absence of a labour chief in his cabinet is a ‘temporary arrangement’.

21 May 2025 - 8:20PM

Singapore

Workers’ Party names Andre Low, Eileen Chong as Singapore’s NCMPs

The posts of Non-Constituency Members of Parliament are given to the “best losers” after every election in Singapore.

19 May 2025 - 8:02PM

Singapore

Inside the minds of Singapore’s opposition members – why do they keep returning?

SDP’s Chee Soon Juan and Paul Tambyah, WP’s Yee Jenn Jong and SDA’s Desmond Lim explain why politics matter to them despite the hurdles.

16 May 2025 - 6:09PMvideocam

Singapore

In Singapore, Gen Z voters are less happy with the election results. Here’s why

About 47 per cent of Gen Z voters, born between 1997 and 2004, approve of the poll results, lower than the other age groups, a survey shows.

17 May 2025 - 10:27AMvideocam

A survey in Singapore shows different levels of satisfaction among the age groups on the outcome of the 2025 election, in which the ruling People’s Action Party, led by Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, won a resounding mandate. Photo: Then Chih Wey/Xinhua

SCMP Highlights

Pakistan claims China-made jets in India clash, boy given wine: 7 highlights

From Pakistan claiming Chinese-made J-10Cs in India clash to a Cathay Pacific oversight, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.

9 May 2025 - 12:43PM

US-China relations

My Take | Voters from shell-shocked US allies pick stability over disruption

Rather than left or right-leaning political parties, citizens in Singapore, Australia and Canada chose ‘steady hands’ to navigate geopolitical turbulence.

8 May 2025 - 12:37PM

Singapore

Fujian gang photos cast shadow on lead-up to Singapore cabinet reveal

The city state awaits Prime Minister Wong’s government line-up amid controversy over images of Ong and Chee with a convicted money-launderer.

8 May 2025 - 5:22PMvideocam

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong greets his supporters after the election in Singapore on May 3. Photo: AFP

Singapore general election 2025

Singapore election: why can’t the opposition make inroads?

As the dust settles after a charged polling season, observers point to changing voter patterns among supporters, signalling the beginning of the end for some parties.

5 May 2025 - 1:52PM

Singapore general election 2025

Singapore election: how PAP scored big win, denying opposition’s breakthrough

The People’s Action Party’s bigger 65.57 per cent vote share reflects Singaporeans’ economic fears, analysts say.

4 May 2025 - 10:38AMvideocam

Singapore general election 2025

As it happened: Singapore election – PAP wins big with 65.57% vote share

This race has been seen as a test for the leadership of Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, who stressed to the electorate the need for a strong mandate.

4 May 2025 - 4:59AM

Supporters of Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong react while waiting for the vote count on Saturday night. Photo: EPA-EFE

Singapore general election 2025

Singaporeans vote in election overshadowed by cost-of-living pressures

The race will be closely watched as a gauge of public confidence in Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s leadership.

3 May 2025 - 5:36PMvideocam

Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and his wife leave after voting at a polling station on Saturday. Photo: EPA-EFE

Singapore general election 2025

Singapore election: PAP’s potential seat loss vs balanced parliament narrative

Political parties clash on cost of living, GST and need for more voices in parliament versus a stronger mandate for the PM.

2 May 2025 - 6:05PM

Singapore general election 2025

Singapore election: race, foreign meddling hot topics with seats too close to call

Singapore’s election sees cost of living and foreign interference take centre stage as PM warns against weakened government amid tight races.

28 Apr 2025 - 9:57PM

Singapore general election 2025

Singapore’s PAP boosts diversity with record female candidates for election

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said the move would ‘inject fresh energy’ into the party that’s aiming to connect with a changing electorate.

28 Apr 2025 - 5:49PM

Singapore

Singapore’s election campaign kicks off with surprises and shifting stakes

Unexpected candidate swaps and a crowded Tampines GRC signal a more unpredictable election than many anticipated.

24 Apr 2025 - 11:38AM

Supporters of the ruling People’s Action Party (PAP) wave flags at a nomination centre in Singapore on Wednesday. Photo: EPA-EFE

Singapore general election 2025

Singapore election: PAP’s Gan in Punggol to face Harpreet Singh’s WP team

The May 3 election is seen as a test of public confidence in Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s leadership.

24 Apr 2025 - 11:38AM

Singapore general election 2025

No more ‘riff-raff’? Singapore’s opposition narrows talent gap with ruling PAP

The opposition has fielded more candidates ahead of the May 3 election that are seen by analysts as a ‘step-up in the calibre’.

23 Apr 2025 - 9:10AM

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